Description
This Mexican Pizza with Ground Beef and Beans is a warm, hearty dish loaded with bold Mexican flavors and textures. Featuring crispy tortillas as the base, layers of seasoned ground beef, creamy beans, tangy tomato sauce or salsa, and melted cheese, it’s topped off with fresh, vibrant garnishes. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for quick dinners, family gatherings, and customizable to fit different dietary needs, making it a delicious and crowd-pleasing meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup refried beans or black beans
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 4 flour or corn tortillas
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce or salsa
Fresh Toppings
- 1/2 cup diced fresh tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup sour cream or 1 avocado sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat and brown 1 lb of ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat, then stir in 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning with a splash of water to coat the beef in rich, vibrant spices.
- Warm the Beans: Heat 1 cup of refried or black beans in a small saucepan or microwave until warm and spreadable, which makes layering easier and enhances flavor.
- Crisp the Tortillas: Place 4 tortillas on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes on each side or until they are crispy but still flexible, creating the perfect pizza crust base.
- Assemble the Pizza Layers: Spread a thin layer of warmed beans over each tortilla, followed by a generous spoonful of the seasoned ground beef. Drizzle 1/2 cup of tomato sauce or salsa on top and finish with 1 to 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheese.
- Bake to Melt and Combine: Return the assembled pizzas to the oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese has melted and is bubbling, and everything is heated through.
- Add Fresh Toppings and Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with diced fresh tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream or creamy avocado slices before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh taco seasoning for a more fragrant, authentic flavor.
- Don’t overload the tortillas to prevent sogginess; keep layers moderate.
- Layer cheese both under and on top of beef to bind toppings and create gooey texture.
- Preheat the oven well to ensure tortillas crispen nicely and cheese melts perfectly.
- Both corn and flour tortillas work; adjust cooking time to avoid burning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1 pizza)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg